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Seclusion and Restraint Reduction Initiative

“Seclusion and restraint” is using physical force, restricting movement, or involuntarily medicating or isolating people to manage their behavior. These methods are often used to control people at risk of harming themselves or others in settings such as juvenile detention centers, psychiatric hospitals, residential treatment facilities and schools. Use of seclusion and restraint is considered a failure in treatment because it can be traumatic and dangerous to consumers and staff. Since 2004, the foundation has hosted conferences, sponsored training for agencies across Texas, and provided educational materials about reducing the use of seclusion and restraint.